We in the Midwest are special. We aren’t too glitzy or plain and don’t move too quickly or too slowly. Our cities are a mix of cultures and cuisines. Our suburbs are family and faith centered. For the most part, we are downright nice. We smile at strangers walking down the street, chip in when neighbors are in need, and embrace the change of seasons.

Welcome to my blog, Midwest Mary. I’m just an average American woman and want to exchange thoughts and ideas with you. We’ll cover a wide variety of topics that are relevant to everyone these days, but especially so for us in the middle. Please comment and let me know how you agree and disagree. We can learn so much from each other.

It was great meeting you and sitting next to you this evening at Judson University listening to Mikhail Gorbachev speak. It made a special evening even more special because of your warm personality and conversation. Thank you for sharing so much. Parts of our days are definitely paralleled.